Machine Set Up Operator

Consider joining the Pennex family as a Machine Set Up Operator in our York PA location. The Machine Set Up Operator is responsible for the operation and set up of equipment. The Machine Set Up Operator performs quality checks to ensure products are meeting customer specifications and Pennex quality standards. Performance of routine preventative maintenance to successfully operate the manufacturing cells may be required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Properly loads and unloads materials in a safe and efficient manner to ensure the integrity of the manufacturing process. Prevents damage to the equipment and works safely to avoid injury to self and others.
• Monitors proper machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunctions adjusts machines as necessary to maintain quality production.
• Inspects pieces for defects and measures pieces to determine accuracy of machining operations. Uses precision tools templates and other measuring instruments during inspections.
• Performs ongoing and scheduled preventative maintenance tasks including maintaining cutting fluids within defined specifications.
• Performs job changeovers which includes switching work holding and cutting tool packages machine or cell controller programs/parameters and verification of task completion.
• Operates peripheral equipment as needed to maintain production.
• Observes and analyzes tasks and processes to provide feedback for continuous improvement efforts.
• Communicates effectively provides information to maintain continuity between shifts.
• Maintains an orderly work environment as defined by 6S principles.
• Performs all tasks in a timely and responsible manner while adhering to all quality standards safety requirements and company policies.
• Understands and complies with both written and verbal work instructions and procedures to ensure all product is manufactured to specifications.
• Performs other duties as required.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Education

• High School Diploma or the equivalent.

Experience

• 2 to 4 years of machine operation or set up in a manufacturing environment.

Other Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to read or understand blueprints
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s
• Ability to perform these operations using units of weight volume and distance measurements
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• Must have regular attendance
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must be eligible to work in the United States visa sponsorships are not available

Environmental Hazards

Physical

• The employee is regularly required to stand.
• The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and use hands.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

• The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Perks of the Job:

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement
• Daily pay available

Why Our People Love Working Here:

• Purpose-driven friendly open and respectful culture
• Shared core values of safety caring integrity and growth
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands
• Up to $5000 tuition reimbursement
• Wellness incentive program
• Regular employee celebrations and events

Who We Are:

Founded nearly half a century ago Pennex continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania were proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet extrude custom shapes and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets - including automotive transportation building and construction electrical and machinery consumer durables and distribution.

But its not just what we do that sets us apart its how we do it. Safety. Integrity. Caring. Growth. These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether its driving innovation within our industry making the impossible possible for our customers providing a safe respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.

If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve collaborate and effectively communicate Pennex may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more please visit or check out other opportunities within the MX Holdings family of companies at .

Our Commitment to Inclusion:We welcome people of different backgrounds abilities and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people we never discriminate based on race religion national origin gender identity or expression sexual orientation age or marital status veteran or disability status. MX Holdings and our family of brands including Metal Exchange and Pennex are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally all your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application please email.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role level and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training.

Confidentiality Agreement Required: Yes